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You can make a difference, be rewarded, and join our impact-driven community now - at Targeted Provision we change lives! Multiple positions are available, hiring is ongoing, and interviews are being arranged as applications come in. We will contact you with nearby tutoring work within 45 minutes drive of the advertised location and/or within 45 minutes of the postcode you provide us. We are working with Schools and Local Authorities in your area and are looking for Core Subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEND Tutors and Teachers like you to transform the lives of Young People with SEND and SEMH needs in your community! We are looking for SEND Tutors and Teachers with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners – take control of your teaching journey with us and work flexibly, creatively, and in a trauma-informed way to make a difference in your own life and the lives of the young people we support. • Competitive pay: £28 - £35 per hour, • Flexible working: In person, hybrid, and work from home teaching opportunities, • Flexible hours: Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule, • CPD and employee mentoring: TES CPD suite and professional mentor access, • SEND Support Team: Support to keep a team around you and the child, • Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources, • Referral Programme: Get rewarded for successful tutor referrals, • A Role with Purpose: Join a child-centred company committed to reimagining the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better, • Experience: 2+ years teaching experience, ideally working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and/or PMLD in a holistic and trauma-informed way, • Subjects: Familiarity teaching English, Maths, and/or Science, • Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), • Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate this if needed) and 2+ professional references, • Location: You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online jobs, • Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment, • Provide in person, online / remote, and hybridMaths, English, or Science tuition to children, teenagers, and young people with SEMH and SEND needs, including MLD, SLD, PMLD, and other Additional Educational Needs, • Support pupils and students, ranging from KS1 - KS5 (as appropriate for your skills), referred by local authorities and schools by planning and delivering flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring, • Plan and report for lessons and provide regular feedback on student progress, • We are on a mission to raise the standard of education provided to young people with SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). We want you as part of our mission!, • Apply in less than 5 minutes via our mobile and browser optimised application form, • Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis - apply now and start making a difference!, • We welcome tutors from all backgrounds - our learners come from diverse communities and our organisation must reflect and represent their experiences, • We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our safer recruitment process to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people, • This position involves engaging with us on a self-employed basis, as and when opportunities arise Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles: • SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator), • SLD / MLD Teacher, • Autism / ADHD Support Teacher, • Intervention Specialist / Teacher / Tutor, • Ex-Teacher Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include: • Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA), • Educational Therapist, • Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), • Educational Psychologist (EP), • Inclusion Coordinator If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants.

Are you motivated and committed to making a real difference in the lives of children who have experienced early childhood trauma? Could you be the person who helps shape their future in a positive way?\n\nDo you have experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you confident working with Looked After Children (LAC) and those within the care system? Have you previously worked in a residential support role?\n\nThe Role… Teaching Assistant for Trauma Impacted Looked After Children\n\nWorking within a small, specialist school designed for Looked After Children who have experienced early trauma, you will provide vital classroom support. You will help pupils to succeed within an educational setting by using a therapeutic approach to behaviour, teaching, and learning.\n\nThe school caters for students across Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 4 and delivers a broad, balanced curriculum. A strong pastoral approach is essential-your role will involve supporting students to re-engage with education while promoting emotional wellbeing and positive self-regulation.\n\nYou'll Be…\n A qualified Teaching Assistant or experienced Residential Support Worker, with a background supporting young people with SEMH, autism, ADHD, or additional needs\n Skilled in working with children who display challenging behaviour and have experienced trauma\n A strong communicator, able to engage students and maintain their focus\n Passionate about encouraging wellbeing, independence, and positive social development\n\nWe're… Academics!\n A well-established and highly regarded education recruitment agency\n Offering competitive rates of pay\n Providing support from a dedicated SEN Consultant\n Giving access to a wide range of schools, including exclusive roles\n Known for our honest, friendly, and supportive approach\n Offering a 'Refer a Friend' reward scheme\n\nWhat do our staff say about us?\n\n'Academics is an agency that cares about it's employees'\n'A warm, friendly, but professional service'\n'I have worked for several teaching agencies in the past, but this is the first time that I have felt like 'more than just a number'Is this role for you? If so, or to discuss the role in more detail or chat about what other opportunities we can provide, send your CV over or give or SEN Consultant Grace a call!\n\nIs this role not what you're looking for but you still want to work with SEN Settings across Kirklees or Calderdale. Academics and our schools are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please send your CV over or give our SEN Consultant Grace a call and she would be happy to discuss our opportunities with you!\n\nHalifax - Teaching Assistant for Trauma Impacted Looked After Children - Halifax

About the Role We are actively recruiting for an experienced and passionate SEMH HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) specialising in pastoral care, behaviour support, and emotional wellbeing. This rewarding role involves working with pupils who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour, and additional Special Educational Needs (SEND) such as Autism (ASD), ADHD, attachment difficulties, and trauma-related needs. As a key member of the pastoral team, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable learners to regulate their emotions, engage in education, and build positive relationships in a structured and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide targeted pastoral support to students with SEMH, behavioural needs, and emotional difficulties, • Deliver structured interventions and mentoring sessions focused on wellbeing, resilience, and emotional regulation, • Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, removing barriers to learning and promoting engagement, • Implement and follow behaviour management strategies, positive behaviour support plans, and EHCP targets, • Lead classroom activities and cover lessons as an HLTA, ensuring continuity of learning, • Use de-escalation techniques, restorative practice, and trauma-informed approaches, • Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing outcomes, • Work collaboratively with SENCOs, teachers, pastoral leads, safeguarding teams, and external professionals, • Build strong relationships with parents/carers to support consistency between school and home, • Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment Requirements & Experience • HLTA qualification or extensive experience at HLTA level, • Strong background in SEMH, SEND, or behaviour support roles (e.g. PRU, Alternative Provision, SEN School, mainstream inclusion), • Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, trauma, ASD, ADHD, or mental health needs, • Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour policies, • Skilled in conflict resolution, de-escalation, and emotional regulation strategies, • Confident leading lessons and working independently in a classroom setting, • A resilient, calm, and proactive attitude with the ability to build trust, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

SEN Teaching Assistant Halifax Full| Term Time Only | Permanent/Long Location: Halifax Start Date: ASAP or September 2026 (flexible) About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and forwardschool in Halifax. You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with a range of special educational needsincluding autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional & mental health difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about helping young people thrive academically and personally. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and smallsupport for pupils with SEN Adapt learning materials and activities to meet individual needs Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, accessible lessons Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication, and social skills Contribute to EHCP reviews and liaise with external support professionals Create a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment What Were Looking For Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school, residential, care, tutoring or voluntary settings welcomed) A calm, patient and nurturing approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to build positive and trusting relationships A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs Level 2/3 TA qualification is beneficial but not essential What the School Offers A supportive team and approachable senior leadership Ongoing professional development and SEN training Opportunities to progress into HLTA, Pastoral, or SEN-specific roles A friendly, inclusive school community Competitive pay based on experience How to Apply If youre enthusiastic about making a difference and would love to support children with additional needs, wed love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short statement explaining why youre suited to this role.

SEMH Teacher (Key Stage 3/4) Halifax\n\nJob Title\n\nSEMH Teacher - Key Stage 3/4\n\nReports To\n\nHeadteacher / Assistant Headteacher / SENCO\n\nSalary\n\nMPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (where applicable)\n\nContract Type\n\nFull Time / Permanent\n\nLocation\n\nHalifax\n\nJob Purpose\n\nTo plan, deliver and assess high-quality teaching and learning for pupils in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment that supports pupils to achieve both academically and personally.\n\nThe role involves working closely with pastoral teams, therapists, families and external agencies to promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, resilience and successful outcomes for learners with additional needs.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nTeaching and Learning\n\nPlan and deliver differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEMH needs and associated learning difficulties.\nAdapt teaching strategies to engage disaffected and vulnerable learners.\nCreate a positive, inclusive and trauma-informed classroom environment.\nAssess, monitor and record pupil progress in line with school policies.\nPrepare pupils for qualifications appropriate to their needs and abilities.\nUse behaviour management strategies effectively to support learning and emotional regulation.\n\nBehaviour and Pastoral Support\n\nDevelop positive and professional relationships with pupils built on consistency, trust and respect.\nSupport pupils in managing behaviour and emotional challenges.\nImplement behaviour support plans, risk assessments and intervention strategies.\nPromote attendance, engagement and positive attitudes to learning.\nAct as a form tutor/key worker where required.\n\nSEND and Safeguarding\n\nContribute to EHCP reviews, annual reviews and target setting.\nWork collaboratively with the SEND team and external professionals.\nEnsure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.\nMaintain accurate records relating to pupil welfare, progress and behaviour.\n\nPartnership Working\n\nBuild positive relationships with parents/carers and professionals.\nAttend meetings, reviews and multi-agency discussions as required.\nContribute to whole-school improvement and enrichment activities.\n\nProfessional Responsibilities\n\nMaintain high professional standards and uphold school values.\nParticipate in CPD, supervision and staff training.\nSupport colleagues and contribute positively to the wider staff team.\n\nPerson Specification\n\nEssential Criteria\n\nQualifications\n\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.\nDegree or relevant teaching qualification.\n\nExperience\n\nExperience teaching Key Stage 3 and/or Key Stage 4 pupils.\nExperience working with pupils with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour.\nExperience managing behaviour positively and effectively.\n\nKnowledge and Skills\n\nUnderstanding of SEMH needs and trauma-informed practice.\nStrong classroom management skills.\nAbility to differentiate learning effectively.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.\nAbility to build positive relationships with hard-to-reach learners.\nGood understanding of safeguarding and child protection.\n\nPersonal Qualities\n\nResilient, calm and adaptable.\nEmpathetic and nurturing approach.\nTeam player with a positive attitude.\nCommitted to inclusion and pupil wellbeing. \n\n#INDLEE

Learning Support Assistant / SEND Key Worker\n\nAre you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young learners?\n\nAt Crossley Heath we are committed to providing an exceptional and inclusive education for all our students. We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Level 3 Learning Support Assistant/SEND Key Worker to join our dynamic support team. You will work closely with our teaching staff and Special Educational Needs (SEN) team to deliver targeted interventions, support students with diverse learning needs, and foster a positive, engaging learning environment. A background in supporting students with autism in a secondary school setting is essential.\n\nYou must have a genuine liking for young people and must be able to establish good relationships with the young people in your care. You will be working with a small number of high needs students in the school who can find the mainstream environment challenging. Patience, understanding and good communication skills are essential along with confidence in speaking with students, staff, parents and external agencies. Building positive and trusting relationships with parents and carers is also a key part of the role.\n\nThis is a perfect opportunity to work within an extremely successful school and make a significant contribution to supporting young people to achieve their dreams and aspirations. Crossley Heath is a very popular school which achieves excellent outcomes for our young people. We are proud of the dedicated support we provide to young people with AEN/SEN and hope you will be able to help us develop our expertise even further.\n\nThe closing date for applications is 8.00 am on Monday 22 June 2026. Interviews to be held on Monday 29 June 2026.\n\nWe are committed to safeguarding children in all aspects of recruitment and selection. The appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.\n\nWe believe our staff are the school’s greatest asset. We have signed up to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter with the aim of supporting the wellbeing and mental health of all staff.\n\nOur reference: SE4178\n\nVacancy: Learning Support Assistant and SEND Key Worker\n\nLocation: Halifax\n\nSalary: Scale 3 FTE point 5 - £25,583 (£22,436.29 actual)\n\nHours: Term Time + 5 days\n\nFrom: September 2026\n\nSmart Hire are advertising on behalf of Crossley Heath School

Support Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Position:Support Worker Care home:Lepton Heights Location:36 Wakefield Road, Fenay Bridge, Huddersfield, HD8 0BG Contract type: Full-time, 42 hours per week, 12 hour shifts, 8.00am - 8.00pm, including weekends Rate: £12.81 per hour on completion of Care Certificate Are you a caring, compassionate and cheerful person with lots to give? Join us as a Health Care Assistant atLepton Heightscare home inHuddersfield. As a Health Care Assistant, also known as Support Worker, youll support adults living with complex care needs to live their best lives. About Exemplar Health Care Lepton Heights is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the countrys leading nursing care providers. We support adults living with complex needs, such as acquired brain injuries, complex mental health needs, dementia and physical disabilities. As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress. About the role Our Health Care Assistants support people to live...

You will provide care to adults with severe mental health challenges, ensuring they receive the support they need in a positive environment. The role includes assisting with personal care, updating patient records, and working collaboratively with a supportive team. Elysium Healthcare in Lindley is

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Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact by supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs in both classroom and one-to-one settings. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to

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